Chester FC - Club Statement

Saturday, 28 February 2026 21:01

Chester Football Club can confirm that First Team Manager Calum McIntyre has left his position.

It was previously announced that Calum would depart at the end of the season. However, all parties believe it is now in the best interests of the football club to part company with immediate effect.

Appointed in May 2022, Calum took permanent charge of the Blues on more than 200 occasions, guiding the club to two play-off campaigns, including the National League North Promotion Final last year.

McIntyre, who was named Manager of the Season in 2022/23, also twice led the Blues to the Emirates FA Cup First Round Proper in his time in charge.

Tonight’s news brings an end to Calum’s 14-year association with the Club, having first joined as an Academy coach in 2012.

Everyone at Chester Football Club would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Calum for his exceptional contribution, and we wish him all the very best for the future.

The process of appointing a new First Team Manager is underway, and an update regarding interim arrangements will be provided in due course.

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